HGV Class 1 Driver

GB Recruitment (England, Scotland, Wales); Sideway; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking and on-site canteen

33 days annual leave incl. Bank Hols

9% employer pension + 4% employee

24/7 GP consultations for you and your

Discounts at 200+ retailers

Loans and savings schemes

15% staff discount after probation

Driver CPCs and medicals paid

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Class 1 HGV Driver for our Stoke-on-Trent operation. The role involves delivering goods safely and on time, with shift premiums for off-peak hours and a permanent contract (FT/PT). Training and company benefits apply.

The position requires a valid HGV Class 1 licence, Driver CPC, tachograph card, and a track record of safe driving. 2-crew yard handling and tail lift deliveries are common.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 licence, CPC and tachograph card required.
• Prefer 12 months recent driving experience.
• Double deck experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely and efficiently in line with Drivers' Hours rules.
• Comply with health and safety standards and The Highway Code.
• Complete vehicle checks regularly.
• Deliver 1–3 store deliveries to rear of store using tail lift and electric pump truck.

Skills

12 months driving experience

Polite and “can do” attitude

Double Deck experience (desirable)

Education

HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C+E)

Driver CPC Qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Pay Rate: £44,177.81 (£17.69 PH) +shift premiums any hours worked between 10pm and 6am (£21.23 PH) any hours worked between 4pm and 10pm (£19.46 PH) Grade: P Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time and part time) Shift patterns: Monday-Friday start times between 02.00-04.00 Location: Dunelm, Stoke On Trent ST4 4FA Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly. We're now looking for a Class 1 HGV Driver to play a key role ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently, delivering goods safely and on time.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Driving in a safe and efficient manner in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
• Complying with our health and safety standards at all times, ensuring adherence to The Highway Code, road safety rules and vehicle regulations
• Regular completion of vehicle checks
• 1-3 store deliveries delivering to the rear of the store using a tail lift and electric pump truck with some manual handling required.

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C+E), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
• Ideally have 12 months recent driving experience
• Are polite and friendly and have a can do attitude
• Double Deck experience is desirable
• Are confident manoeuvering in a tight yard
• Enjoy driving the latest vehicle models.

WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• 33 days annual leave including Bank Holidays
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations for you and your family.
• Enjoy discounts at over 200 retailers helping you save money on your weekly food shop, days out with the family, holidays, travel, dining and more.
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more
• 15% customer discount after successful probation.
• CPC's and driver medicals paid for.

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more. BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day. As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.